Sanlam Cape Town Marathon 2025
The Sanlam Cape Town Marathon is Africa's first Abbott World Marathon Majors Candidate. Entering its final year of candidacy in 2025, this global city, fast-paced marathon is suited to a range of running enthusiasts from elite athletes to social runners. This running festival weekend includes the marathon, the 10km and 5km Peace road runs as well as three incredible Table Mountain trail runs - 43km, 22km, and 11km.
Elevation Details
- Total Elevation Gain:90
Notable Landmarks
- Table Mountain
- Robben Island
- V&A Waterfront
- Cape Point
- Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens
Location Details
Other Race Distances
Boston Marathon Status
Estimated Hotel Cost
250 USD per night
Race Requirements
Eligibility
Participants must meet the minimum age requirements for each event by the race date.
Required Documents
Photo ID
Registration email
Entry Methods
Online registration
Not detailed publicly — in previous years, entries have been non-refundable but transferable to another runner, with admin fee.
Travel: Fly into Cape Town International Airport (CPT); 25 minutes to city center.
Transport: Shuttles often included with tour packages; Uber widely used.
Safety: Stay within city bowl and well-known neighborhoods; avoid walking alone at night in less busy areas.
Tourism: Consider booking:
Table Mountain Aerial Cableway
Robben Island ferry
Winelands tour (Stellenbosch/Franschhoek)
Spectator spots: Multiple viewing areas near Sea Point, Gardens, and Green Point; some sections accessible by public transport.
- General Entry180 USD
- Registration Opens2025-05-01
- Race expo2025-10-18